2008 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Audi A8. (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A8. (442 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A8 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Audi | Bentley |
Model | A8 | Continental |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |